Category: Canvas

Simple Syllabus is a centralized syllabus repository system that utilizes templates for syllabus construction. The templates ensure that instructors include required syllabus information, such as mandatory Clemson University syllabus policies, while providing an easy means for adding and editing their syllabus content. Simple Syllabus is integrated with Canvas, so learners will be able to see […]

Whether you’re developing a new course or refreshing an old one, the Faculty Resource Center (FRC) in Canvas is here to help. Created by Clemson Online, the FRC is a self-enrollable Canvas course designed to support Clemson University faculty in building effective, accessible, and engaging learning experiences, especially in online and blended environments. What You’ll Find Inside […]

Did you know Canvas provides for three main types of graded assessments? They are Quizzes, Discussion Boards, and Assignments. All of these that are marked to be graded will appear in the Assignments tab of the course navigation menu. Anything with a due date will appear in the course calendar. Any component you wish to […]

On Wednesday, May 28, Digital Learning Strategist Millie Tullis presented a series of time-savers for building content, grading, and engaging with students in Canvas. Participants learned several tips for making their teaching lives easier, including the following:  To see how to implement these tips and many more, watch our Workshop Wednesday video recording for May […]

With spring semester behind us and summer sessions underway, now’s the ideal time to give your Canvas course a fresh start for the next academic year! Think of your course shell like your digital office: the cleaner it is, the easier it is for students to navigate and succeed. A well-organized online space supports student […]

Are you looking for the best way to integrate videos into your Canvas course? Kaltura is Clemson’s video hosting service, with built-in recording, editing, and captioning tools. It is fully integrated with Canvas so embedding your recorded content into a Canvas Page, discussion board, or assignment is simple and fast. Kaltura also includes a video […]

Finals week is here—and with it comes the pressure to finish grading quickly and accurately. For online instructors, that doesn’t have to mean long hours of manual feedback or navigating clunky workflows. With the right tools, you can streamline your grading process without sacrificing quality or care. SpeedGrader: Your First Stop for Efficient Feedback During […]

On April 10th, IT Services Specialist John Dickinson led an informative presentation on how to utilize grade weights, extra credit, and additional Canvas Gradebook settings. The presentation provided an in-depth explanation of the various settings within the Canvas Gradebook, as well as Gradebook feature demonstrations.

On April 2nd, Digital Learning Strategist Leslie Fuller, Ph.D., led an informative presentation on best practices for designing a welcoming Canvas course. The presentation provided an in-depth explanation of various strategies instructors can utilize to foster student connection and ensure all learners feel included and supported.

Our post on Monday highlights ways to support students with mental health challenges in online courses, which are good long-term strategies. For students needing immediate help, Clemson’s Canvas Help menu provides a direct link to crisis care provided by Student Health Services. In the global navigation menu, the last option is for Help with the […]